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April 17, 2013

Relationship=Respect

I am no expert, but I have had people ask me for relationship advice. I have been in a great relationship for a while now (over 7.5 years), and it just keeps growing stronger and stronger. One thing I think all girls need to know in their relationships is men need respect.

We often joke with guys about what we think are little things. Like "wow you have got some chicken legs" or "were you born in a barn?"The thing is that we don't joke with other girls like that...do we think that guys are just tough enough to handle these kinds of remarks? They may act like they are and it probably will make them seem even more cocky because their defenses go up. But it tears them down. Build your man up,especially since we demand so much to be treated with love from all guys. We should step up and treat them with respect. Every guy has strengths and talents. If you can't find them, then maybe you want to reevaluate your relationship.

Here is what I respect about Kevin.

1. he makes me feel safe & protected

2. he works hard at his job

3. he works hard to help others

4. he is disciplined and responsible

5. he is a best friend to his friends

6. he puts family first and cares about them

7. he puts all of his attention on me when he's with me

8. he tries his best to communicate well with me

9. he would drop anything to encourage me, be with me, or talk to me if i need it

10. he encourages me even when i don't ask

11. he says I love you everyday more than once a day

12. he spends his money wisely

13. he is kind to everyone

14. he listens to me even when i talk about dumb things

15. he doesn't talk about women in a degrading way

16. he compliments me {and means it}

17. he trusts me

18. he is absolutely trustworthy

19. he cares about my family

20. he takes my problems & concerns seriously

21. he has self-control {something I lack sometimes}

22. he stands firm in what he believes

23. he is affectionate towards me

24. he keeps his word

25. he does not have a bad temper

26. he is loyal

27. he is not arrogant

28. he knows how to have fun the right way

29. he is not afraid to apologize

30. he is strong physically

31. he is smart

32. he will drive when i ask or even when i don't

33. he supports me

34. he is a man of integrity

35. he is honest with me

36. he is always trying to have a good attitude about everything

37. he forgives me

38. he takes care of me when I am sick (Thanks baby!)

39. he always makes time for me first

40. he loves me

I hope Kevin and I continue to build our marriage on love and respect, and I know that it is my job to step up and respect him at all times.

I encourage you to do this for your relationship. Show this to him too. See what happens...

For Valentine's Day this year, I gave my boyfriend a list of 52 things I loved about him- I thought he was going to think it was corny, but I've spotted it on his beside table since. You are so right about guys caring as much as girls!

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Your love for each other is so apparent, especially when you write it all out as an entire post. It's refreshing to hear and read. I completely agree with you on this; I love building up my man and making him feel loved and appreciated, because he definitely deserves it!

This is such an awesome post! That is one thing that I feel has really kept John and I so close - that we respect each other. We are always complimenting each other, and when he goes out of his way to do something for me I make sure he knows that I appreciate it and him. :D